Job Description
Are you passionate about finance and eager to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment?
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, develop practical skills, and get a real insight into how finance supports a global lifestyle business.
OVERVIEW
As Finance Intern, you will play a supporting role within the finance team, assisting with and learning about financial systems, reporting, and operational tasks as part of the broader global finance operations.
Your role involves assisting with month-end closures, member accounting, finance systems tickets, audits, and supporting finance projects to ensure accurate and timely reporting. The priority for this role is supporting the team in delivering accurate financial data and reports to support decision-making and operational excellence.
You will work within finance, working closely with the different team members within the team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The information below is representative of the work performed in this position; however, it is not all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on business needs. Scope of role is defined outside of the job description.
Financial Reporting & Systems Support
Assist with month-end financial reports
Post journal entries
Help with accounts payable and bank statement reconciliation
Assist with audits
Balance sheet reconciliation
Matching Sales and Cost of Sales
Support the payment processing team
Assist Lifestyle Financial Accountant with tagging and journal preparation
Data entry
Support finance systems team with routine queries and ad-hoc team support and projects
Be contact point for business with regards to accounts payable and other internal finance queries
Other Responsibilities
- Supporting Finance on projects and tasks
- Supporting Ops teams by providing necessary reports and analysis
- Any other tasks and projects required by the wider finance team, on an ad-hoc basis
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Recently graduated or studies in progress
BCom or National Diploma in Accounting or Finance beneficial
R OLE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:
Passion for automation and building efficient processes
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate findings effectively to non-financial stakeholders
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including procurement, sales, and engineering
Proficiency in advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Power Query knowledge beneficial
Strong ethical standards and integrity, with a commitment to upholding the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality in financial matters
Self-motivation, excellent communication, teamworking, and interpersonal skills
An analytical mind, keen eye for detail and desire to probe further into data
Deliver to tight deadlines, for example, month end closures
Knowledge of financial systems in particular Microsoft Dynamics Business Central General Ledger (Previously Navision) advantageous but not essential
Guidelines for Hybrid/Home Office:
- We are ideally seeking exceptional candidates to be based in Cape Town who are able to commute to the office at least 2 days a week.
- A secure home office at your confirmed address, free from background noise or other distractions when working remotely
- Internet service must meet minimum requirements and minimum speed check must be completed
Our people are at the heart of the business, and we have a culture of recognition and reward - both through regular appraisals but also annual Extra Mile Awards where we celebrate those who have gone that extra mile in their role. We also encourage all our staff to incorporate their aspirations and interests into their career at Ten and we are there every step of the way in supporting development.
Rewards designed around you:
- A competitive salary depending on experience
- Flexible work arrangements including Hybrid work possibilities; with up to 60% Home Office.
- Paid time away from work. Our employees enjoy a competitive paid time off package, including a day each year to volunteer time for a good cause that is important to you.
- Paid Sabbaticals. One (1) month paid Sabbatical after every 5 years of Service, without tapping into annual leave
- Extra Rewards. Lucrative Ten Loyalty Rewards program.
- Remote Working Holidays - possibilities to Travel and Work!
- Employee Discounts. Access to lots of great travel and entertainment discounts as our clients’ members would!
- We also offer a company contribution towards medical aid, and transport home for those working a late shift (applies to those who don’t have a car).
- ICAS Employee Health and Wellness (EHW P) services which are confidential and free for all employees to use.
- Safe & secure offices in the Foreshore with complimentary off-street parking.
Who Are We
Ten is a leading lifestyle and concierge company helping our clients discover, organise, enjoy and get the most from life. We partner with global financial institutions and other premium brands to attract and retain wealth and mass affluent clients. Established in the UK in 1998 and with over 25 years of experience, Ten operates in over 20 cities worldwide, in over 26 languages, with 65% of our workforce globally distributed and is publicly listed on the London Stock Exchange (‘TENG’). We were the first concierge business to be awarded the B Corp certification in the UK in 2023.
Ten’s strategy focuses on four key areas: deliver a world-class member experience, invest in technology, expand contracts with new and existing clients as well as develop our foothold in new markets by leveraging our market-leading service proposition.
At Ten, you’ll be part of a global, dynamic, and inclusive team, with diversity at its core and endless opportunities for growth.
Join us and experience a workplace where you can truly thrive. https://tenlifestylegroup.com/ten-tv/
Commitment to Diversity
We encourage diverse philosophies, cultures, and experiences. We appreciate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment for our employees. This idea unites the teams at TEN. All aspects of our relationship, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or terminate, will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.
“Ten works with a small preferred supplier list of recruitment agencies only. Please note we are not accepting any further recruitment agencies at this time. Ten Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.”
